HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) (Job Trainee), Group A posts in the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Himachal Pradesh. Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission issued Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 dated 19 September 2026.
Online Recruitment Applications are open from 19 September 2026. The last date to submit the application and pay the examination fee is 16 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates should read the official HPPSC advertisement carefully before applying.
HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Department | Health and Family Welfare Department, Himachal Pradesh |
| Post | Medical Officer (General Wing) (Job Trainee), Group A |
| Advertisement No. | 62/9-2026 |
| Total vacancies | 228 |
| Application start | 19 September 2026 |
| Last date | 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application mode | Online Recruitment Application (ORA) |
| Monthly emoluments | Rs 34,000 fixed |
| Job location | Himachal Pradesh |
HPPSC Medical Officer Vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 64 |
| UR Ortho Physically Handicapped of HP | 24 |
| UR Ex-Servicemen of HP | 53 |
| UR Wards of Freedom Fighters of HP | 2 |
| SC of HP | 19 |
| SC Ex-Servicemen of HP | 8 |
| SC Wards of Freedom Fighters of HP | 3 |
| ST of HP | 9 |
| ST Ortho Physically Handicapped of HP | 4 |
| ST Ex-Servicemen of HP | 3 |
| OBC of HP | 18 |
| OBC Ex-Servicemen of HP | 4 |
| OBC Wards of Freedom Fighters of HP | 2 |
| EWS of HP | 15 |
| Total | 228 |
Several reserved-category vacancies include backlog posts. Reservation benefits are subject to the conditions in the official advertisement and applicable Himachal Pradesh rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a recognised medical qualification included in the applicable schedules of the Indian Medical Council Act and must satisfy the internship and other eligibility requirements stated by HPPSC. Applicants should verify the exact qualification and registration conditions in Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 before submitting the form.
Age Limit
The prescribed age range is 18 to 45 years as on 1 January 2026. Eligible Himachal Pradesh reserved categories receive relaxation according to the conditions in the advertisement and State Government rules. Government employees and eligible ex-servicemen are governed by the applicable instructions.
Salary
The advertised engagement is under the Himachal Pradesh Job Trainee scheme. Selected Medical Officer Job Trainees receive a fixed amount of Rs 34,000 per month. Candidates should note that this is a Job Trainee engagement governed by the applicable State Government scheme.
Application Fee
The examination fee stated for this recruitment is Rs 600. Payment must be completed online by the closing deadline. Candidates should confirm payment instructions on the official ORA portal before paying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 19 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening/SAT date | Not announced in the advertisement information reviewed |
Selection Process
The selection process includes an objective-type Screening Test / Subject Aptitude Test followed by a Personality Test, according to the recruitment scheme. Examination and personality-test dates will be communicated by HPPSC separately. The examination station stated for the recruitment is Shimla.
How to Apply for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Open the Apply Online / One Time Registration section.
- Register or sign in to your existing OTR account.
- Find Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 for Medical Officer (General Wing).
- Enter personal, qualification and category details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee online.
- Submit the ORA before 16 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save or print the submitted application and payment receipt.
Documents to Keep Ready
Applicants should keep their matriculation/date-of-birth proof, recognised medical qualification certificates, internship proof, medical registration documents, category/reservation certificates where applicable, Himachal Pradesh bonafide/residence documents where required, photograph, signature, identity proof and any NOC or service documents applicable to their case. The exact upload requirements shown in the ORA portal should be followed.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|
| HPPSC official website and recruitment notices | Open HPPSC Website |
| Online Recruitment Application | Apply Online |
The HPPSC server did not expose a stable direct PDF URL through automated retrieval during verification, so this article does not substitute a private mirror for the official notification. Candidates should open Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 from the official HPPSC website before applying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
HPPSC has announced 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) Job Trainee vacancies.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application and fee-payment deadline is 16 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the monthly salary?
The notified fixed emolument for the Medical Officer Job Trainee engagement is Rs 34,000 per month.
What is the age limit?
The general age range is 18 to 45 years as on 1 January 2026, with applicable relaxation under the stated rules.
What is the selection process?
Selection involves the prescribed Screening Test / Subject Aptitude Test followed by a Personality Test.